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Over EverestIt seems that it’s no longer impressive just to have been able to climb mount Everest; now the goal is to fly over it! We spoke to Giles Cardozo and Bear Grylls...
Dating by Water ClockThere's a new method of archaeological dating in town and it doesn't involve wine or chocolate. Rehydroxylation could give carbon-14 the boot...
The Science of Sword SwallowingIs sword swallowing an ancient art, or just a magic trick? Dan Meyer, president of the Sword Swallowers Federation International, joins us to explain the science behind swallowing swords, and how we was awarded an IgNobel Prize...
Greek Brothels Started at HomeWe find out how life in the ancient Greek home wasn't just dinner and a game of Trivial Pursuit...
Chemistry in its Element - ErbiumWhere did spectroscopy come from? This week's element is erbium: an otherwise little-known substance with a luminous secret...
Hormones and the Money MarketsCould the credit crunch be due to traders' hormone levels? Meera speaks to John Coates to find out...
Explosive Chemistry with Dr HalThis week's Explosive Chemistry with Dr Hal featured the following amazing experiments... Exploding Eggs - Burning HydrogenHydrogen is an extremely flammable gas, but what happens if you fill an egg with it, light the top and retire to a safe distance?
When to add the milkWe were asked whether if you are going to leave your tea for a while should you add the milk at the start or end of your wait? Which way gives the hottest tea? The Barking Dog ExperimentThis is a classic chemistry experiment dating back to the 19th century with impressive, loud and sometimes explosive results. Phosphorus MoonDr Hal brought along another classic chemistry experiment, the phosphorus moon, with rather beautiful results. |
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